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NHS dentistry contract reform and what it means for dental professionals

Jul 24, 2026
Dental Protection sets out its perspective on proposed NHS dentistry contract reforms and considers the potential implications for patient care, workforce sustainability and professional risk.
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NHS dentistry contract reform and what it means for dental professionals

Dental Protection sets out its perspective on proposed NHS dentistry contract reforms and considers the potential implications for patient care, workforce sustainability and professional risk.
24 Jul, 2026

Advocating for a fair and effective AI legal framework for members

Dr George Wright, Dental Director at Dental Protection, discusses the “Closing the AI Liability Gap” report published earlier this month.
22 Jul, 2026

Taking steps to protect members from clinical negligence claims

Dr Yvonne Shaw, Underwriting Policy Lead at Dental Protection, shares how revised NHS forms clarify responsibility and reduce risk for dental practice owners.
22 Jul, 2026

New ORE contract welcomed by Dental Protection, but transition support for overseas dentists remains critical

Dr Archana Naik, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, shares our thoughts on reforms to the Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) but warns that better support is needed to help internationally qualified dentists transition into UK practice.
22 Jul, 2026

A periodontist’s perspective on what happens after a referral

Dr Simon Stern, Specialist in Periodontics, shares a clear, practical view from the specialist side to support better referrals and patient outcomes.
22 Jul, 2026

Are humans the weakest link in clinical safety?

Exploring AI oversight in dentistry, questioning human‑in‑the‑loop models and how responsibility may shift as clinical artificial intelligence advances. Raj Rattan, Global Adviser, shares.
1 Oct, 2025

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